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Whether Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is a "good" school depends on the child, but the evidence is: Ofsted rated it "Outstanding" in 2020. Compare its Ofsted rating, exam results and student score on y.school before deciding.

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Do parents recommend Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery?

88% of parents would recommend Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery to another parent, according to Ofsted's official Parent View survey.

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Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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What people say about Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

From Ofsted Parent View — the official survey of parents at this school.

88% would recommend75% happy with the school79% say their child feels safe

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About Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is a primary community school in Harlow, East of England. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery has 92% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 240 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 16.9%, 10% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.7%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2020KS2 expected92%Attendance94.3%

Profile completeness: 6 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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Strong86% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 240 pupils
SEN support: 27% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 92% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 27% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 30/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality40/100

Transport access31/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

At Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery, 92% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

100% met the expected standard in reading and 100% in maths.

Attendance at Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery has an overall absence rate of 5.7%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

The teacher turnover rate at Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is 16.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery has 240 pupils on roll.

10% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

27% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2020 (6 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is overdue for reinspection.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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